Healthcare Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Psychiatrist Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median psychiatrist salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $219,842 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$219,842
vs State Avg
$-15,338
vs National
$-35,788
Cost of Living
86%

Psychiatrist Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level psychiatrist earns around $107,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $331,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$107,500
$-17,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$221,880
$-36,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$331,100
$-53,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $103,200
25th Percentile $150,500
Median (50th) $219,842
75th Percentile $283,800
90th Percentile $344,000

Psychiatrist Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Psychiatrist in Winston-Salem

Education

Most psychiatrist positions require a doctoral degree. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PsychiatryPsychopharmacologyCBT/DBTDiagnosisPatient AssessmentDocumentation

Job Outlook

Nationally, psychiatrist employment is projected to grow 7% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.